2025-26 MS Offerings - Seattle Academy
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2025-26 MS Offerings - Seattle Academy
The Hub
Middle School Trips 2025-2026
The SAAS Outdoor & Travel Program
is excited to announce our trip offerings for the 2025-2026 school year! We continue to seek and provide opportunities for students to deepen relationships with other members of the community in small and large group settings. We remain focused on providing opportunities for students to grow and discover new strengths, while developing a responsible understanding about the cultures, people, and the lands through which they travel.
All of our trips are planned, organized, and led by SAAS Faculty and Staff. A majority of our trips also partner with outside organizations to help design unique experiences for our students.
Requests for trip financial aid is provided in the
trip registration form
. Visit our Outdoor & Travel program
FAQ page
for more information.
The trip Registration forM link is at the bottom of the page.
SAVE THE DATE
2025-2026 Trip Night for Families
Tuesday, October 21
6:30 PM
-
8:00 PM, Middle School Gym
6:30 PM - 7:00 PM: Trip fair; visit with trip leaders at tables (Middle School Gym.)
7:10 PM - 7:30 PM: 1st Presentation Rotation.
7:40 PM - 8:00 PM: 2nd Presentation Rotation.
Mid-Winter Break Trips
Middle School Methow Valley
Trip Type:
Outdoor
Leader:
Lauren Marziliano
Dates:
February 18-21, 2026
Approximate Cost:
$1800
Trip Information Meeting:
Tuesday, October 21, 6:30 PM
VIEW TRIP FLYER PDF
In Winthrop, Washington, students will take introductory Nordic skiing lessons (skate and/or classic) with professional instructors. After an initial lesson, they’ll ski alongside staff at several locations within the renowned Methow Valley Nordic Trail System, known as North America’s largest cross country ski area. As they develop ski skills, including V1 and V2 poling techniques, taking turns, and going up and down hills, students will also build confidence and learn about outdoor leadership and risk mitigation. Trip participants will stay at the Bush School’s Methow Valley Campus.
Current 6th-8th grade students
8-12 students
Trip Prerequisites:
No nordic / cross-country skiing experience required! Students will need to be able to gain elevations of up to 500 feet using human-powered movement (e.g., hiking, running, walking, biking) within a one to two hour period of time.
Sign Up Forms:
Complete the
2025-2026 Trip Registration Form
-
Must be completed by Parents/Guardians
Spring Break Trips
Middle School Puerto Rico
Trip Type:
Cultural
Leader:
Caitlyn Jackson- Berrios
Dates:
April 11-19, 2026
Approximate Cost:
$3569
Trip Information Meeting:
Tuesday, October 21, 6:30 PM
VIEW TRIP FLYER PDF
At SAAS’s Puerto Rico trip, students will learn about how the climate crisis is impacting the country. Their learning will be immersive and actionable—including field experiments and explorations of Puerto Rico’s diverse microclimates, endemic species, and incredible marine life. While scientific learning is the main focus of the trip, students will also experience traditional Puerto Rican food, music, and culture through day trips across the island.
Current 7th-8th grade students
12-15 students
Passport required (must be up to date).
Trip Prerequisites:
Spanish is not a pre-requisite, but students in Spanish class at SAAS and heritage Spanish speakers will have priority for this trip.
Sign Up Forms:
Complete the
2025-2026 Trip Registration Form
-
Must be completed by Parents/Guardians
Summer Break Trips
Smith Rock Climbing Trip
Middle School Puget Sound Sailing
Middle School San Juan Islands Sea Kayaking
6th Grade Alaska Trip #1
Middle School Yukon Trip
6th Grade Alaska Trip #2
Trip Type:
Outdoor
Leader:
Josh Kurisko
Dates:
June 14-20, 2026
Approximate Cost:
$2500
Trip Information Meeting:
Tuesday, October 21, 6:30 PM
VIEW TRIP FLYER PDF
Previous Smith Rocking Climbing Trip Photos
Join us for a climbing adventure! Trip participants will travel by van to Smith Rock State Park near Bend, Oregon. There, we will spend five days camping, climbing, and exploring the high desert area, including four days on the rock. Open to both new and experienced climbers, this trip will challenge students physically and mentally as they safely try something challenging and expand their comfort zones. They’ll get to build deep connections with their peers as they practice communicating, leading, and trusting one another.
Current 7th - 8th grade students
9-12 Students
No climbing experience required.
Sign Up Forms:
Complete the
2025-2026 Trip Registration Form
-
Must be completed by Parents/Guardians
Trip Type:
Outdoor
Leader:
TBA
Dates:
June 15-19, 2026
Approximate Cost:
$1450
Trip Information Meeting:
Tuesday, October 21, 6:30 PM
VIEW TRIP FLYER PDF
View Previous MS Puget Sound Sailing Photos
On this Puget Sound sailing trip—a partnership between SAAS’s Outdoor & Travel Program and the nonprofit Sound Experience—6th and 7th graders can explore the Sound’s waterways aboard a 133’ schooner vessel, the Adventuress. Over the five-day trip, students will be active crew members, taking part in all aspects of the sailing experience, from cooking to night watches. Participants will experience what it takes to keep the Adventuress in tip-top shape and the importance of working together. In addition, students will have the opportunity to learn about what makes the Puget Sound area so unique.
Current 6th-8th grade students
15-21 students
Sign Up Forms:
Complete the
2025-2026 Trip Registration Form
-
Must be completed by Parents/Guardians
Trip Type:
Outdoor
Leader:
Hannah LeBlanc
Dates:
July 6-10, 2026
Approximate Cost:
$1661
Trip Information Meeting:
Tuesday, October 21, 6:30 PM
VIEW TRIP FLYER PDF
The San Juan Kayak Camping trip is a multi-day expedition through the stunning San Juan Islands designed just for 7th and 8th grade students! Starting in Anacortes, we'll paddle our way across the Salish Sea, setting up camp each night at a new site within the San Juan Islands. We will get to sleep in unique places and uninhabited islands only accessible to kayakers. Along the way, students will build kayaking skills, work as a team, learn outdoor camping basics, and experience the thrill of island-hopping by sea, filled with gorgeous sunsets and abundant marine wildlife. This is a unique opportunity for students to connect with nature, make new friends, and challenge themselves in a fun and supportive environment. Get ready to experience the San Juans like you never have before!
Current 7th-8th grade students
10-20 students
Trip Prerequisites:
Be comfortable in/around water
Be able to paddle ~5 miles/day (students don’t need to have ever done this much before, but need to have the endurance to be able to paddle for multiple hours in a row)
Sign Up Forms:
Complete the
2025-2026 Trip Registration Form
-
Must be completed by Parents/Guardians
Trip Type:
Outdoor
Leader:
TBA
Dates:
July 16-23, 2026
Approximate Cost:
$3700
Trip Information Meeting:
Tuesday, October 21, 6:30 PM
VIEW TRIP FLYER PDF
View Previous 6th Grade Alaska Trip Photos
On this beloved SAAS trip, students will spend a week in the Tongass National Forest, exploring the area around Petersburg, Alaska. We will camp on a backcountry beach, visit the LeConte Glacier up close, hike through the forest, and take a backpacking trip to a backwoods cabin. Students on this adventure learn outdoor essentials while building leadership skills in a safe, fun environment.
Current 6th grade students
11 - 14 students
Trip Prerequisites:
Ability to hike at least 3 miles with some elevation.
Sign Up Forms:
Complete the
2025-2026 Trip Registration Form
-
Must be completed by Parents/Guardians
Trip Type:
Outdoor
Leader:
Chelsea Adrada
Dates:
July 19 - 30, 2026
Approximate Cost:
$3,750
Trip Information Meeting:
Tuesday, October 21, 6:30 PM
VIEW TRIP FLYER PDF
View Previous MS Yukon Trip Photos
On the Middle School Yukon Trip, 7th and 8th grade students grow, bond, and practice leadership as they canoe and camp on the shores of Lake Laberge and the Yukon River. The group will canoe roughly 150 miles and camp at about eight different sites along the way.
We will begin the trip with a couple of days at Fox Bay Lodge, outside of Whitehorse, to organize group gear and practice paddling in canoes. After we leave Fox Bay, students will be canoeing, setting up tents, cooking for themselves in small groups, and taking care of group gear each day as we journey from Lake Laberge to the Yukon River and make our way to Carmacks. In addition to canoeing, students will have the opportunity to explore historical sites, hike, play games, enjoy campfires, and reflect on their trip experience and the Middle School journey.
Current 7th-8th grade students
12-14 students
Trip Prerequisites:
Passport required (must be up to date)
No prior experience or skill is necessary to enjoy this trip
We will have three pre-trip meetings spaced throughout the year, including trip overview and introduction to gear needs (students and families)
Initial gear check and trip to the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park in Seattle to learn about history of the Yukon territory (students)
Final gear check during summer months before departure (students and families)
Sign Up Forms:
Complete the
2025-2026 Trip Registration Form
-
Must be completed by Parents/Guardians
Trip Type:
Outdoor
Leader:
TBA
Dates:
July 28 - August 4, 2026
Approximate Cost:
$3700
Trip Information Meeting:
Tuesday, October 21, 6:30 PM
VIEW TRIP FLYER PDF
View Previous 6th Grade Alaska Trip Photos
On this beloved SAAS trip, students will spend a week in the Tongass National Forest, exploring the area around Petersburg, Alaska. We will camp on a backcountry beach, visit the LeConte Glacier up close, hike through the forest, and take a backpacking trip to a backwoods cabin. Students on this adventure learn outdoor essentials while building leadership skills in a safe, fun environment.
Current 6th grade students
11 - 14 students
Trip Prerequisites:
Ability to hike at least 3 miles with some elevation.
Sign Up Forms:
Complete the
2025-2026 Trip Registration Form
-
Must be completed by Parents/Guardians
COMPLETE THE 2025-2026 Trip Registration Form Here
View Previous Outdoor & Travel Trip Photos
The Hub
Middle School Trips 2025-2026
The SAAS Outdoor & Travel Program
is excited to announce our trip offerings for the 2025-2026 school year! We continue to seek and provide opportunities for students to deepen relationships with other members of the community in small and large group settings. We remain focused on providing opportunities for students to grow and discover new strengths, while developing a responsible understanding about the cultures, people, and the lands through which they travel.
All of our trips are planned, organized, and led by SAAS Faculty and Staff. A majority of our trips also partner with outside organizations to help design unique experiences for our students.
Requests for trip financial aid is provided in the
trip registration form
. Visit our Outdoor & Travel program
FAQ page
for more information.
The trip Registration forM link is at the bottom of the page.
SAVE THE DATE
2025-2026 Trip Night for Families
Tuesday, October 21
6:30 PM
-
8:00 PM, Middle School Gym
6:30 PM - 7:00 PM: Trip fair; visit with trip leaders at tables (Middle School Gym.)
7:10 PM - 7:30 PM: 1st Presentation Rotation.
7:40 PM - 8:00 PM: 2nd Presentation Rotation.
Mid-Winter Break Trips
Middle School Methow Valley
Trip Type:
Outdoor
Leader:
Lauren Marziliano
Dates:
February 18-21, 2026
Approximate Cost:
$1800
Trip Information Meeting:
Tuesday, October 21, 6:30 PM
VIEW TRIP FLYER PDF
In Winthrop, Washington, students will take introductory Nordic skiing lessons (skate and/or classic) with professional instructors. After an initial lesson, they’ll ski alongside staff at several locations within the renowned Methow Valley Nordic Trail System, known as North America’s largest cross country ski area. As they develop ski skills, including V1 and V2 poling techniques, taking turns, and going up and down hills, students will also build confidence and learn about outdoor leadership and risk mitigation. Trip participants will stay at the Bush School’s Methow Valley Campus.
Current 6th-8th grade students
8-12 students
Trip Prerequisites:
No nordic / cross-country skiing experience required! Students will need to be able to gain elevations of up to 500 feet using human-powered movement (e.g., hiking, running, walking, biking) within a one to two hour period of time.
Sign Up Forms:
Complete the
2025-2026 Trip Registration Form
-
Must be completed by Parents/Guardians
Spring Break Trips
Middle School Puerto Rico
Trip Type:
Cultural
Leader:
Caitlyn Jackson- Berrios
Dates:
April 11-19, 2026
Approximate Cost:
$3569
Trip Information Meeting:
Tuesday, October 21, 6:30 PM
VIEW TRIP FLYER PDF
At SAAS’s Puerto Rico trip, students will learn about how the climate crisis is impacting the country. Their learning will be immersive and actionable—including field experiments and explorations of Puerto Rico’s diverse microclimates, endemic species, and incredible marine life. While scientific learning is the main focus of the trip, students will also experience traditional Puerto Rican food, music, and culture through day trips across the island.
Current 7th-8th grade students
12-15 students
Passport required (must be up to date).
Trip Prerequisites:
Spanish is not a pre-requisite, but students in Spanish class at SAAS and heritage Spanish speakers will have priority for this trip.
Sign Up Forms:
Complete the
2025-2026 Trip Registration Form
-
Must be completed by Parents/Guardians
Summer Break Trips
Smith Rock Climbing Trip
Middle School Puget Sound Sailing
Middle School San Juan Islands Sea Kayaking
6th Grade Alaska Trip #1
Middle School Yukon Trip
6th Grade Alaska Trip #2
Trip Type:
Outdoor
Leader:
Josh Kurisko
Dates:
June 14-20, 2026
Approximate Cost:
$2500
Trip Information Meeting:
Tuesday, October 21, 6:30 PM
VIEW TRIP FLYER PDF
Previous Smith Rocking Climbing Trip Photos
Join us for a climbing adventure! Trip participants will travel by van to Smith Rock State Park near Bend, Oregon. There, we will spend five days camping, climbing, and exploring the high desert area, including four days on the rock. Open to both new and experienced climbers, this trip will challenge students physically and mentally as they safely try something challenging and expand their comfort zones. They’ll get to build deep connections with their peers as they practice communicating, leading, and trusting one another.
Current 7th - 8th grade students
9-12 Students
No climbing experience required.
Sign Up Forms:
Complete the
2025-2026 Trip Registration Form
-
Must be completed by Parents/Guardians
Trip Type:
Outdoor
Leader:
TBA
Dates:
June 15-19, 2026
Approximate Cost:
$1450
Trip Information Meeting:
Tuesday, October 21, 6:30 PM
VIEW TRIP FLYER PDF
View Previous MS Puget Sound Sailing Photos
On this Puget Sound sailing trip—a partnership between SAAS’s Outdoor & Travel Program and the nonprofit Sound Experience—6th and 7th graders can explore the Sound’s waterways aboard a 133’ schooner vessel, the Adventuress. Over the five-day trip, students will be active crew members, taking part in all aspects of the sailing experience, from cooking to night watches. Participants will experience what it takes to keep the Adventuress in tip-top shape and the importance of working together. In addition, students will have the opportunity to learn about what makes the Puget Sound area so unique.
Current 6th-8th grade students
15-21 students
Sign Up Forms:
Complete the
2025-2026 Trip Registration Form
-
Must be completed by Parents/Guardians
Trip Type:
Outdoor
Leader:
Hannah LeBlanc
Dates:
July 6-10, 2026
Approximate Cost:
$1661
Trip Information Meeting:
Tuesday, October 21, 6:30 PM
VIEW TRIP FLYER PDF
The San Juan Kayak Camping trip is a multi-day expedition through the stunning San Juan Islands designed just for 7th and 8th grade students! Starting in Anacortes, we'll paddle our way across the Salish Sea, setting up camp each night at a new site within the San Juan Islands. We will get to sleep in unique places and uninhabited islands only accessible to kayakers. Along the way, students will build kayaking skills, work as a team, learn outdoor camping basics, and experience the thrill of island-hopping by sea, filled with gorgeous sunsets and abundant marine wildlife. This is a unique opportunity for students to connect with nature, make new friends, and challenge themselves in a fun and supportive environment. Get ready to experience the San Juans like you never have before!
Current 7th-8th grade students
10-20 students
Trip Prerequisites:
Be comfortable in/around water
Be able to paddle ~5 miles/day (students don’t need to have ever done this much before, but need to have the endurance to be able to paddle for multiple hours in a row)
Sign Up Forms:
Complete the
2025-2026 Trip Registration Form
-
Must be completed by Parents/Guardians
Trip Type:
Outdoor
Leader:
TBA
Dates:
July 16-23, 2026
Approximate Cost:
$3700
Trip Information Meeting:
Tuesday, October 21, 6:30 PM
VIEW TRIP FLYER PDF
View Previous 6th Grade Alaska Trip Photos
On this beloved SAAS trip, students will spend a week in the Tongass National Forest, exploring the area around Petersburg, Alaska. We will camp on a backcountry beach, visit the LeConte Glacier up close, hike through the forest, and take a backpacking trip to a backwoods cabin. Students on this adventure learn outdoor essentials while building leadership skills in a safe, fun environment.
Current 6th grade students
11 - 14 students
Trip Prerequisites:
Ability to hike at least 3 miles with some elevation.
Sign Up Forms:
Complete the
2025-2026 Trip Registration Form
-
Must be completed by Parents/Guardians
Trip Type:
Outdoor
Leader:
Chelsea Adrada
Dates:
July 19 - 30, 2026
Approximate Cost:
$3,750
Trip Information Meeting:
Tuesday, October 21, 6:30 PM
VIEW TRIP FLYER PDF
View Previous MS Yukon Trip Photos
On the Middle School Yukon Trip, 7th and 8th grade students grow, bond, and practice leadership as they canoe and camp on the shores of Lake Laberge and the Yukon River. The group will canoe roughly 150 miles and camp at about eight different sites along the way.
We will begin the trip with a couple of days at Fox Bay Lodge, outside of Whitehorse, to organize group gear and practice paddling in canoes. After we leave Fox Bay, students will be canoeing, setting up tents, cooking for themselves in small groups, and taking care of group gear each day as we journey from Lake Laberge to the Yukon River and make our way to Carmacks. In addition to canoeing, students will have the opportunity to explore historical sites, hike, play games, enjoy campfires, and reflect on their trip experience and the Middle School journey.
Current 7th-8th grade students
12-14 students
Trip Prerequisites:
Passport required (must be up to date)
No prior experience or skill is necessary to enjoy this trip
We will have three pre-trip meetings spaced throughout the year, including trip overview and introduction to gear needs (students and families)
Initial gear check and trip to the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park in Seattle to learn about history of the Yukon territory (students)
Final gear check during summer months before departure (students and families)
Sign Up Forms:
Complete the
2025-2026 Trip Registration Form
-
Must be completed by Parents/Guardians
Trip Type:
Outdoor
Leader:
TBA
Dates:
July 28 - August 4, 2026
Approximate Cost:
$3700
Trip Information Meeting:
Tuesday, October 21, 6:30 PM
VIEW TRIP FLYER PDF
View Previous 6th Grade Alaska Trip Photos
On this beloved SAAS trip, students will spend a week in the Tongass National Forest, exploring the area around Petersburg, Alaska. We will camp on a backcountry beach, visit the LeConte Glacier up close, hike through the forest, and take a backpacking trip to a backwoods cabin. Students on this adventure learn outdoor essentials while building leadership skills in a safe, fun environment.
Current 6th grade students
11 - 14 students
Trip Prerequisites:
Ability to hike at least 3 miles with some elevation.
Sign Up Forms:
Complete the
2025-2026 Trip Registration Form
-
Must be completed by Parents/Guardians
COMPLETE THE 2025-2026 Trip Registration Form Here
View Previous Outdoor & Travel Trip Photos